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Aplodactylus etheridgii (Ogilby, 1889) Notchheaded marblefish |
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photo by
Randall, J.E. |
| Family: | Aplodactylidae (Marblefishes) | |||
| Max. size: | 45 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 6 - 20 m | |||
| Distribution: | Southwest Pacific: New Zealand and Lord Howe, Norfolk and Kermadec islands. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 15-17; Dorsal soft rays (total): 19-20; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 6-7; Vertebrae: 34-34. This species is distinguished from its congeners by its distinct concave interorbital space and profile of head notched behind the eye (Ref. 86913). | |||
| Biology: | Inhabits coastal reefs (Ref. 5755). Feeds on seaweeds (Ref. 5755). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||